VitaHouse Reishi Pure Immune Booster

Immune BOOSTER – VitaHouse Reishi Pure – THE Herb To Protect Your Immune System This Winter

Historically, Reishi was so valued in the East for longevity that only Royalty and the extremely affluent could afford even the smallest quantity. Today studies show that Reishi is still amazing for longevity but now it is available for all!  Reishi is known in the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine to: reduce the effects of stress, enhance immunity, rejuvenate energy, regulate blood circulation, balance blood sugar and is a fabulous ANTIOXIDANT.   All Reishi is not the same and VitaHouse Pure Line prides itself in obtaining the finest quality of Reishi which is made from 100% water soluble extracts.  ALL VitaHouse supplements meet the most stringent standards around the globe.

VitaHouse Cordyceps Pure Kidney & Lung Protection

Lung/Kidney Protection – VitaHouse Cordyceps Pure – Your Herb for Physical ENDURANCE!

Whether you are a woman on the go, a man on a mission, an athlete, or somewhere in between, your body will be thanking you for supplementing with Vita House Cordycep Mushroom extract.  Cordyceps has long been used by athletes in Asia to improve physical performance.  Studies show that Cordyceps help enhance physical endurance by improving respiratory function and delaying fatigue through energy promotion.  Other benefits include improving immune function as well as lung and kidney support.  Treat your insides to one of the best quality Cordyceps out there!

VitaHouse Ginseng Pure Mental Clarity

Mental CLARITY – VitaHouse Ginseng Pure – A Smooth Day Starts With a CLEAR Mind

Our busy schedules are full of multi-tasking.  With so much to remember our minds become cluttered.  Pantax Ginseng also known as Korean Ginseng is an effective adaptogen (a herb that enables the body to resist stressors).  Studies have proven Pantax Ginseng to help improve cognitive function, reduces mental fatigue, helps us to cope with stress and effective in regulating glucose levels.  This herb is extremely beneficial to people with high stress jobs as well as students.  This herb has helped many people kick the over indulgence of coffee.  Get your life back on track with Pantax Ginseng!

As always thank you for reading and we look forward to helping you with whatever your health concerns may be at a location near you!

Alice Chung Owner of Alive Health Centre + Chains

Anti-Ageing – What does this mean to YOU?

Someone once told me bluntly: “The bad news is, we are all going to die one day, but the good news is we have a choice of how to live the years we spend on this earth.” So the next time someone splashes the words Anti – Ageing in front of you, think about what it means to you? For some it is: to regain well-being and vitality, to optimize the body’s ability to defend against pathogens and to help protect against the ageing process. A common argument is that we are all going to age and that it is inevitable; an attitude conveying “why bother”. It is true, we are all going to get old, BUT it is the quality of life that we are striving for. You can live 90 years, but of those 90 years don’t you want to be functional, walking around, telling stories and laughing? That is why my team at Alive Health Centres + chains and I are whole heartedly committed to changing the world through healthy living. We strive to prevent signs of accelerated ageing such as premature memory loss, pains, frequent infections, persistent fatigue, digestion problems and age related illnesses.  How can this be achieved?  It takes more than just exercise and healthy eating, it takes vitamins and one of my favourite essential supplements is Royal Jelly because it is truly one of the most all encompassing nutrients out there. While it appears costly, the abundance of health benefits makes the Alive Brand Royal Jelly PRICELESS! I often kid that Royal Jelly is part of my health insurance.  In all seriousness, it is working for me every day by protecting my body’s cells from free radicals, allowing the brain to focus, keeping healthy skin, hair and nails, protecting my immune system, providing me with antibacterial properties and countless other functions. Now when you hear the words Anti-Ageing remember it is more than banishing that stubborn wrinkle, but rather preventing more serious health issues that can get in the way of living. Remember, LIFE is the most important thing and together we can make the most of it…

As always, thank you for reading!  We look forward to helping you at a location near you! Also, we are happy to help you with processing a mail order.  Call us toll free at 1 866-499-9546

Excellent Probiotic, great for Everyone!

Tastes great and is an excellent stocking stuffer for your loved ones this Christmas!

4x More Effective than Yogurt as a delivery method for Probiotics

10 Billion live active cultures at production 1 Billion at time of Expiry

Great for Kids, Great for Adults and Seniors

Chocolate Probiotics:

87% More people like Chocolate than Yogurt

Chocolate Probiotics More Convenient

Chocolate Probiotics Shelf Stable

Chocolate Probiotics better for travelling

Chocolate Probiotics faster and more enjoyable to consume

This was just a quick tip for an alternative way to get your healthy bacteria into your loved ones.  Great for you immunity, fighting allergies, digestion and oral health!

As always thank you for reading and we look forward to helping you at a location near you!

Step 1. Ki Cold & Flu ATTACK
Formula – Fight the virus, relieve symptoms fast and recover QUICKLY!

Step 2. Ki Immune Defence
& Energy Formula – Weak Immune System? Prevent Getting SICK Right from
the START!

Step 1.  Can’t afford to miss time off work, suffer through exams or travel uncomfortably due to due to an annoying COLD or FLU?  Be dependable this year with Ki Cold & Flu Attack Formula.  It nips symptoms in the bud FAST!!  Take 2 tablets of Ki IMMEDIATELY at the first sign of an infection/ fever until symptoms subside.  Ki’s formula consists of Andrographis (KalmColdTM), Fresh Ginger and Zinc. Together this formula will out-smart nasty throat
infections and swollen glands, chest infections, cough and nasal congestion, headaches, earaches, fever and chills. 

Step 2.  Then for a solid recovery build your reserves with 1-2/day of Ki’s Immune Defence & Energy Formula on a continuous basis. Stressed immune systems fail us making a large portion of the population CHRONICALLY SICK!  STOP the cycle with Ki’s Immune Defence formula as it boosts and modulates immunity, is an energy tonic and supports the cardiovascular and digestion system.  This wonderful formula consists of Astragalus, Shitaki Mushroom and Olive Leaf.  Together this adaptogenic formula helps PREVENT reoccurring infections, the severity of hay fever and sinusitis. Don’t take the chance this winter of getting sick!  

As always thank you for reading and we look forward to helping you at a location near you!  Also we do mail orders of there is not a location convenient.  Call us toll free at 1866 499 9546

Additional information on Ki products.

Professor Luc Montagnier is well known for the discovery of the HIV 1 and 2 viruses.  He is also President of the World Foundation for AIDS research and prevention.  Immun’ Age is the only papaya fermentation process recommended by him.  There have been more than 40 clinical studies performed on the fermented papaya preparation (F.P.P.) produced by the Osato laboratories.  This fermented papaya preparation contains antioxidant compounds with remarkable properties such as: oligosaccharides which simulate the presence of betaglucans which help protect against infections.

Why take Immun’ Age?

Life is all about doing the best we can.  We try to eat healthy, exercise regularly, have time for family and friends while still holding down a good job that is rewarding.  Finding that balance on an individual bases is very difficult, there is no one model that will suite every single one of us.  The one thing we have in common is we put pressures on ourselves, we put stress on ourselves and we need all the help we can get.  Immun’ Age is one of those products that is like health insurance that is actually giving you benefits everyday.

Who can take Immun’ Age?

People take Immun’ Age for all sorts of reasons: to regain well-being and vitality (for any age group), to optimize well being and the ability to defend against pathogens, and to help protect against the ageing process.  A common argument is that we are all going to age it is inevitable.  This is true, but it is the quality of life that we are striving for.  You can live 90 years, but of those 90 years you want to be functional, walking around, telling stories and laughing.  Immun’ Age helps prevent signs of accelerated ageing such as premature memory loss, pains, frequent infections, persistent fatigue and age related illnesses.  This product is not so much about that stubborn wrinkle, but rather serious health issues that can get in the way of living.

Recommended Dosage:

For continuous use it is recommended to take 2 to 3 sachets a day depending on ones fitness, age and environment.

There are NO side effects and Immun’ Age is 100% natural without any preservatives or chemicals additives.

As always thank you for reading.  We look forward to helping you at a location near you!  We love what we do at Alive Health Centre and Morning Sun.  Life is the most important thing together we can make the most of it.

Vitamin D3 is derived from sheepskin oil collected during shearing. AOR’s  Vitamin D3 for Children is rapidly converted in the body to the active hormone  1,25 dihydrocholecalciferol, and helps in the development and maintenance of  bones, the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus, and is a factor in the  maintenance of good health. It is also important for mood as well!  Calcium is always talked about, but we often forget to take extra vitamin D3 to make sure that our calcium is actually absorbed into the bone.

QUICK TIP:

I am recently a new mother! First time!  I did not post about being pregnant because I wanted to wait until the baby was born.  She is healthy and happy and so am I.  She was born July 2nd at 1:30am!  I just wanted to share this with you and now you can expect many articles to come regarding tips for your little ones.  So the tip here is AOR Vitamin D3 liquid drops!  Yes even NEWBORNS are recommended to have 400 iu per day of Vitamin D3.  The hospitals now inform you to supplement with Vitamin D3 if you are breast feeding.  If you formula feed most of them already include this.  The best way to get your newborn or child to take Vitamin D3 is through a liquid.  All you have to do is place your drop of Vitamin D3 liquid from AOR onto your breast once a day and voila!  It is sooo easy and the baby cannot taste it.

Dosage:

AOR Vitamin D3 for Kids and even NEWBORNS

1 Drop per day (0.2 ml) is 400 iu

Vitamin D3 from AOR, Source:

Vitamin D3 – lanolin; Medium chain
triglycerides – coconut; α-tocopherol – soy

Vitamin D for Children: Research on Vitamin D3 by AOR:

The most well known role  of vitamin D is its involvement in maintaining healthy bones. In children,  vitamin D is essential for the proper growth and development of bones, and  deficiency can result in rickets. Vitamin D is critical for bone health because  it is required for the efficient utilization of dietary calcium. If vitamin D  levels are too low, the body will begin to break down the bones to access  calcium stores. Research has shown that vitamin D supplementation early in life  leads to higher bone mineral density (BMD) at 7-9 years of age, and that  adolescents with low vitamin D levels have lower BMD.

Vitamin D is also important in the function of muscles. Research has shown that young girls (12-14 years old) with higher vitamin D levels demonstrate greater muscle power than those with lower levels.

Vitamin D supplementation is also important during pregnancy and at very young ages, as inadequate vitamin D levels early in life have been associated with an increased risk of autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis, breathing disorders and type 1 diabetes later in life. For example, infants receiving 2000IU of vitamin D in the first year of life were 80% less likely to develop type 1 diabetes. There may also be a link between vitamin D and autism, as autism is much more prevalent in areas of low sunlight. Vitamin D has also been shown to play a role in immunity, and may help to prevent placental infections during pregnancy.

As always thank you soo much for reading!  I will do my best to keep up with the posts despite having my hands full with Danica our newborn.  We look forward to helping you at any location: Alive Health Centre Morning Sun or Supplements Plus.  Also if you are planning to start a family, or you are currently pregnant and have any questions in general about pregnancy, labour or post labour, ask away.  I may not have all the answers, but it is always nice to have someone to reach out to, identify with and share experiences with.  Have an excellent week everyone!

What is Chlorella?

Sequel Naturals uses a single cell green algae packed with nutrition: complete protein, fibre, anti-oxidants, essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, enzymes and its own unique form of Chlorella growth factor (CGF). The CGF is what makes Chlorella so amazing!   CGF is the most potent natural source of nucleic acids, containing 17 times more DNA and RNA than sardines! Remember that DNA and RNA are absolutely essential for healthy cellular growth and repair.  While we live in a wonderful modern society, it also comes with chemicals among other things that make our bodies break down faster.  Our bodies are made of trillions of cells, therefore if we protect our cells the best we can, it only mkaes sense that we will have a better quality of life.

CGF Benefits:

• Strengthens cells
• Anti-aging (better quality of life)
• Protects the immune system: increases T-Cells and great for people after they have received kemo treatment
• Mild detox, cleansing out heavy metals

Other Chlorella Benefits:

• Taking 4 – 10 grams before consuming alcohol has been helpful in preventing hang overs
• Balances your blood sugar because of the high fibre, thus excellent for diabetics or those who are borderline diabetic/hyperglycemic
• Excellent for maintaining a healthy weight or even promoting weight loss because it supports the healthy function of the thyroid

Interesting Points on Chlorella:

• Chlorella is appropriate for the whole family including children, seniors and pets
• Due to Chlorella’s incredible ability to maintain cellular health, prevent disease and enhance cellular rejuvenation, Chlorella is one of the most researched foods on earth!
• There are no adverse effects when using Chlorella, just make sure you start out slowly meaning 1 to 2 tablets a day and then lowly increase your intake.  The reason is that Chlorella is a mild detox and you don’t want to shock your system by releasing too many toxins from your body all at once.  You want to slowly release them and then the body can excrete them little by little
• Chlorella contains all the essential components in order for us to live and there are studies showing that we could survive on Chlorella alone for an extended period of time!

Dosaging:

Start with 1 to 2 tablets a day and slowly increase to 2 to 4 tablets per day.  Athletes, people with high stress, or those who have very active jobs/lifestyles often work up to 10 or more tablets a day.  Most things are best in moderation, but Chlorella is one of those where more is better when you slowly build up to it.  People who are in dire need of energy and want to get off the roller coaster ride of coffee and sugar highs are absolutely astonished by what Chlorella has done for them.

Sizes ChlorEssence comes in:

ChlorEssence is 100% pure premium Chlorella, containing no fillers or excipients, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, sugar, salt or preservatives.

ChlorEssence is available in the following formats:

• ChlorEssence – 150 Tablets, 500mg each
• ChlorEssence – 300 Tablets, 500mg each
• ChlorEssence – 150g Powder

As always, thank you for reading and we look forward to helping you at an Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus location near you!  Also if you have more questions you can always call us and talk to a real person!  It is toll free at 1 866-499-9546, we also do mail order using that number as well!

If there is not a location near you and you would like to ask more questions or do a mail order please call: 1 866 499 9546

Just briefly, these are some of the things that Seabuckthorn is known for and Dr. Oz discussed these last week.

Uses for Seabuckthorn Supplements

Seabuckthorn is very effective for:

• Lowering LDL, (BAD), Cholesterol, Raising HDL, (GOOD), Cholesterol,
• Lowering High Blood Pressure, (very important is association with exercise),
• Skin Cancer Treatment,
• Menopause Treatment,
• Hormone Balancing,
• Immune Health Support,
• Lymphatic and Mast Cells,
• Nervous System Health Support,
• Promoting Microcirculation,
• Delaying Skin Senility,
• Liver Rejuvenation,
• Macular Degeneration,
• Prostate Issues,
• Gingivitis,
• Indigestion,
• Acid Reflux,
• Tooth Decay,
• Sore Throat

MOST COMMON SBT SEABUCKTHORN QUESTIONS:

1) What is the difference between Seabuckthorn Seed and Fruit (Berry) Oils?

Part One:

The practical difference is the light amber colored Seed Oil absorbs into the skin faster than the very orange Fruit Oil. Always start with putting the Seed Oil on
the skin first. Get used to applying the Seed Oil, then progress to using the two oils together. This is the ultimate serum blend for the skin. It is called SBT Single Source Oil and it is a blend of one part Seed Oil and one part Fruit Oil. Creating a different blend with a higher concentration of Seed Oil makes a lot of sense; adjusting to ones individuals needs is appropriate. I encourage you to do your own “experiments” by treating your skin to different combinations. Have fun with this.

The Seed Oil, from the seed of the berry, is again, a great way to discover Seabuckthorn’s healing and regenerative properties inside and out. Try a drop on the back of your hand, and your customer’s hand, and rub it in to see how quickly and easily it absorbs and that it does not feel greasy and leaves your skin feeling soft and supple. This is how easy it is to sell.

Part Two:

Briefly, the constituent profile difference between the Oils is the Seed Oil has up to 95% EFA with the same 106 nutrients in total that fruit oil has, including 22 fatty acids, 42 lipids, 6 fat soluble Vitamins (including Vitamin K and all 8 isomers of Vitamin E), 36 kinds of Flavonoids and Phenols, Lecithin, (with the PC being 47%.), and a recently new total of 41 discovered Carotenoids. Also include 8 Phospholipids and 17 Phytosterols. The Seed Oil has Omega 3 and 6 at an optimum one to one ratio and contains less than 2% Omega 7. Seabuckthorn Seed Oil is a remarkable whole food supplement and arguably has more healthy components and constituents than any other supplement, or food, beneficial to health.

The Fruit Oil’s profile of nutrients compared to seed oil includes, 3 times more palmitic acid, is up to half palmitoleic acid, (Omega 7), twice as much Lecithin and Vitamin E and significantly more concentration of Carotenoids, specifically, Beta-Carotene and Lycopene. The dark orange color is attributed to high concentration of Carotenoids. Functionally, using straight fruit oil alone topically is not recommended because of the dark color and slower skin absorption time. No harm is done using it alone, it does create results of leaving the skin soft and supple if one is patient enough. Also internally, it stands on it’s own as a giant among supplements and whole food supplements.

2) Which products are for what? i.e. What do you use the seed oil for? What do you use the fruit oil for? Etc.

As mentioned, start with the Seed Oil first for anything from moisturizing to very therapeutic purposes, mostly skin issues and there are many internal issues Seabuckthorn is used for. It’s for everything the body needs, topically and internally. As a Canadian Company, SBT Seabuckthorn focuses on natural treatments for Acne and Rosacea and leaves the discovery of everything else to the experts. Researching the constituents contained in SBT and then researching the effects on the body of those nutrients opens up an understanding of why SBT is an effective treatment for Acne and Rosacea, keeping the context: all functions are related and affect each other.

Dr. Oz says Seabuckthorn Oil is the best thing for Acne!!

The complete internal SBT package is the four core products, Seed oil, Fruit Oil, Berry Flavone Capsules and Tea. They represent 192 of the 194 known nutrients, certified organic, all from the same plant source with the optimum delivery, or utilization system with a one to one ratio of Omega 3 and 6 to create energy and to make brand new healthy cells.

For all skin concerns including Rosacea and Acne start with the Seed Oil Topically. Again, using the Seed Oil and Fruit oil together is the ultimate serum you can put on your skin. But do the combination at a “Therapeutic Time” during your day or evening, because it takes time to soak in and for the color to settle down. If your skin is still tinted orange by the time you want to have it all soaked in, then wash off the remainder. You’ll find that it leaves the skin a wonderfully soft, supple and resilient. Following up by applying your favourite SBT Facial Cream. Berry for Rosacea, Tea for Acne, it will compound the benefits. Most peoples skin is very thirsty, so this is the ultimate and best care you can do. It absorbs quickly and may leave a perception it’s drying the skin, perseverance will result in the complete opposite being realized and pays tribute to how we need to be supplementing the skin from the inside out.

The Berry Flavone Capsule is what’s left over after the seed and fruit oils are extracted. It is 100% pure, unpasteurized and more powerful than any juice. It is dried, pulverized and has some leaf particles all in a Seed Oil base. It is very high in Vitamin C, Bioflavonoids, plant enzymes and sterols including the “Enzyme of Life”,
Super Oxide Dismutase, (SOD). This nutrient like many in Seabuckthorn is also an anti-inflammatory. It activates the body’s production of its own Antioxidants, Catalase and Glutathione Peroxidase, (Master Antioxidant), which in turn “recycle” Vitamin C and E as Free Radical Scavengers. This maximizes the efficiency of the healing processes orchestrated by the body. Taking SBT Berry Flavone capsules with the seed and fruit oil is ideal. Consider this supplementation a profound source of nutrition linking it directly to improving Cardio-vascular health from the smallest blood vessels, (Capillaries), to right back to the heart.

SBT Tea leaf has an anti-inflammatory nature primarily from Quercetin, Isorhamnetin, Kaempferol and Catechins. These are natural anti-histamines. Of course there are many other nutrients in the tea including Polyphenols, many Minerals, including Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Copper, Zinc, etc. The tea has a strong concentration of Carotenoids such as Beta-carotene, Lycopene, Lutein and Zeanathan. Ellagic acid benefits throat and esophagus membrane health. There is a profile of 12 fatty acids with Omega 3 having by far the highest concentration and Vitamin E. The leaves are a rare 24% Protein. Brewing the Tea all day or night is recommended.
It is very pleasant tasting hot or cold and has been accepted with enthusiasm by the general public. One may get up to 6 cups of tea or more per tea bag. Drinking the tea is a great way to get started with SBT Seabuckthorn. Keep in mind that the Canadian Scientists measuring the nutritional value, did it 3 times to believe the high content of nutrition. Consider SBT Tea to be the healthiest tea on the market.

3) What do I start with for resolving my (   fill in blank   )?    (i.e. Rosacea, Acne, Psoriasis, Dry Skin, Eczema, Skin Cancer, etc.)

Start with the Seed Oil, topically and internally. How much?  Topically a few drops depending on the area. 100% pure on the face, for larger areas of the body use the SBT Anti-Aging Body Cream. Internally, start with one capsule a day for one week, then go to two a day. If you have an acute health situation take more. Taking drops from the bottles is an alternative, 10 drops from once to 3 times or more a day is okay. We cannot get too much of this kind of whole food nutrition.

The SBT Single Source capsules are a step up from the Seed Oil Capsules. Everyone can start on the Single Source capsules, except for people with a very challenging Acne condition. Wait till the Acne has cleared up significantly before trying the Single Source, topically and internally.

Drinking SBT Tea maybe the preferred starting place for some.

Topically, starting with a SBT Therapeutic Moisturizing Cleansing Bar is also effective. Berry Bar for Rosacea and general conditions and Tea Bar for Acne and all other conditions.

Starting with a SBT Therapeutic Cream is also an effective way to start. The SBT Berry Cream for Rosacea and general conditions and the SBT Tea Cream for Acne and all other conditions. The Creams are water based and is a great alternative for someone not liking the idea of putting oil on their skin. Most people will want to
start Topically.

4) Which Cream is for what condition?

SBT Therapeutic Berry Cream is intended for Rosacea plus more. Has Seed and Fruit Oil.

SBT Therapeutic Tea Cream is intended for Acne plus more. Has Seed Oil and Leaf Extract.

5) Are the Seed and Fruit and Single Source Oils in the bottles edible?

Yes, the bottles of oil, seed and fruit, are exactly the same as the capsules, except without the capsule. 100% pure whole food nutrition, great for the mouth mucosa: cold sores, sore throat, cankers, gingivitis and more. Please see the clinical and studies on our website, www.seabuckthorn.com.

6) What else do I need to know about Seabuckthorn?

This is a Summary of many studies.

Seabuckthorn is known to be a Cardiotonic, stomachic, dermatropic, antioxidant, anti-infection, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-radiation, anti-constipation, healthy cholesterol maintaining, blood vessel health, blood fat reducing, pro-blood circulation and pro-natural healing, Seabuckthorn nutrition has a wide range of uses both internal and external, including the prevention and cure of cardiovascular disease, cancers, ulcers (mouth, gastrointestinal and duodenal), burns, sun burns and sun burn protection, immune disease, gastrointestinal disease, liver disease, respiratory disease, urinary disease such as yeast infection, and gynecological diseases, skin disease, wounds and infected injuries, antiallergic, insect bites, etc. As seabuckthorn oils protects the white blood cell against damage by radiation and chemotherapy and speeds up regeneration of tissue cells and promoting natural healing, it can provide essential help to those under going radiation and chemotherapy for cancer patients.

There is no better brain food; nothing else has as rich of a source of Phosopholipids, Phytosterols, Omega 3 and 6 at a natural proper ratio, full spectrum Vitamin E, etc

It is no exaggeration that seabuckthorn is a great natural herb store of natural remedies by itself, and if you decide to take just one supplement, the seed oil is a great one to start with. All other products you choose at your local Health Food Store will be more effective because of it.

Therefore Seabuckthorn Products are wonderful, whether it be the Seed Oil or Single Source with the perfect balance of EFA to utilize all other nutrients, Berry Flavone Capsules, (high in SOD, Bioflavonoids, Vit C, Immune support, stress support, etc.) to increase Glutathione production or the Fruit oil for a higher quality Lethicin, Vit E, Carotenoids etc., or the Tea, as the most nutritional tea, without caffeine.
7) Seabuckthorn and Hyaluronic Acid!

Promotes production of Hyaluronic Acid (synovial fluid), Glutathione, Co enzyme Q 10, Collagen, Alphalipoic acid, etc., making skin cells more plump for less wrinkles, easier to hydrate, more resilient to sunshine and therefore maximizing utilization of the suns energy and cells live longer. This is the true Sun Care and Anti-Aging;
getting the response from the nutrition we’ve never had, promoting the best health we can achieve.

This was a long article I know!  As always thank you for reading.  I hope you have found it useful.  We look forward to seeing you at a location near you at either Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus! Have a great rest of the week everyone.

Research states that Vitamin D deficiency in adults can lead to osteopenia, osteoporosis, depressed moods, sleeping problems, muscle weakness, fractures, cancers, autoimmune diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. There is also some evidence that Vitamin D may reduce several types of cancer and type-1 diabetes.  Many of us especially women walk around with tiny little fractures and silcea is a mineral that is very important to combat against osteopenia (the precursor of osteoporosis) but Vitamin D also plays a vital role in preventing fractures.  Vitamin D helps absorb your calcium so it is not not just sitting there doing nothing.  Reality is calcium is useless if it doesn’t get absorbed so make sure you take a good form of calcium, such as a calcium citrate with Vitamin D and magnesium.  Keep in mind there are even better calciums such as Coral Calcium and if you are older, already have osteoporosis, or there is osteoporosis in your family the AOR Brand Bone Basics is top notch.  At Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus we can take the time to explain all the differences and we can find you what suites your needs based on gender, age, family history etc.   

So how much Vitamin D should you take?

There are many answers.  The recommended daily value still remains at 1000iu for adults.  Then there are other factors such as: age, your current health condition (for example if you have osteoporosis), and where you live.  Basically at the moment somewhere between 1000iu and 2000iu is good.  However, there are many studies where people have reversed osteoporosis with very high levels of vitamin D, and if you wish to do this see your doctor or your naturopath.   Another point about Vitamin D is many people say  “the sun gives you Vitamin D.” Remember that your body produces the Vitamin D, but when the sun is absent, your body cannot produce it. 

Good Brands?

There are many: Natural Factors, AOR Drops, Sisu Sublingual, those are some suggestions.

So keep things simple this winter, elevate your mood and keep yourself healthy by remembering to take your Vitamin D.  Vitamin D3 is what you will be looking for in the health store.  As always we look forward to helping you with your health care needs at Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus! Take care and thanks for reading.

Alive Royal Jelly

 Each capsule contains: Royal Jelly 1200mg

Available sizes: 30 caps, 60 caps, 150 caps, and 300 caps

Certified pure and organic, clinically tested, micro-organism free royal jelly.

Contains NO:  yeast, wheat, dairy, or sodium

What is Royal jelly? Royal Jelly is a honey bee secretion that is used in the nutrition of larvae, as well as adult queens.  It is secreted from the glands in the hypo pharynx of worker bees, and fed to all larvae in the colony.  In essence Royal Jelly is the secret to the queen bee’s good health and longevity.

When worker bees decide to make a new queen, either because the old one is weakening, or was killed, they choose several small larvae and feed them with copious amounts of royal jelly in specially constructed queen cells. This type of feeding triggers the development of the queen bee, including the fully developed ovaries needed to lay eggs.

What is in Royal Jelly? Alive Brand Royal Jelly has many health benefits because of components within it, such as: B-complex vitamins such as Pantothenic acid (vitamin B₅) and Pyridoxine (vitamin B₆).  Royal Jelly also includes protein (including many different amino acids), and a high amount of essential fatty acids. It also contains many trace minerals, some enzymes, antibacterial and antibiotic components, and trace amounts of vitamin C. The fat-soluble vitamins, A, D, E and K, are completely absent from royal jelly.

The Story of the Worker Bee and the Queen Bee. The queen bees and workers relationship have had the health industry excited for years!  What is intriguing is that in spite of their identical DNA they are strongly differentiated across a wide range of characteristics including anatomical and physiological differences, the longevity of the queen and reproductive capacity.   For example, Queens have large active ovaries, whereas workers have only rudimental inactive ovaries.

Why we have taken it for Decades?  It’s all in the nutrient rich Royal Jelly that is given to the Queen Bees.  A female larva destined to become a queen is fed large quantities of royal jelly that triggers a cascade of molecular events resulting in queen development.  This is why Royal jelly has been recommended for decades to people to gain a stronger immune system, to ease stress, to combat against fatigue and help increase stamina.  The queen bee is known to live healthy years, verses the worker bees who only make it a few weeks.  Therefore, one of the most valuable benefits of taking Royal Jelly is because of longevity.  It’s the quality of the years you live, not the quantity.

Summary of Alive Royal Jelly’s Main Benefits:

• Helps build a solid immune system
• Helps lower blood lipids and bad cholesterol (LDL)
• Aids is sleep disorders
• Increases energy and stamina
• Filled with antioxidants
• Great for skin, hair and nails
• Helps fertility

As always thank you very much for reading and we look forward to helping you at either Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus!